Project Contract Manager - Bridges Engineering (Northam)

GHD; Shire Of Northam; Hybrid; AUD 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Job summary

GHD, supporting Main Roads Western Australia, seeks a Project Contract Manager - Bridges Engineering in Northam. The 12-month role oversees bridge infrastructure delivery, from planning to construction, with a focus on procurement, contracts and stakeholder coordination.

You will lead development activities, coordinate design inputs and ensure safety, quality and schedules align with project objectives while managing budgets and relationships across a wide range of stakeholders.

Qualifications

• Degree-qualified Civil Engineer with relevant registrations or progression toward chartership.
• 3–8 years’ experience in civil/construction project management or contract management.
• Experience delivering bridge or civil infrastructure projects through development to delivery.
• Strong communication, negotiation and stakeholder management abilities.

Responsibilities

• Manage development and delivery of bridge infrastructure projects from planning through construction.
• Prepare scopes and design briefs, coordinating consultants and design work.
• Lead stakeholder engagement and project coordination activities.
• Oversee environmental, heritage, land and utility investigations and approvals.
• Coordinate procurement, tender documentation and contractor engagement.
• Manage contracts during delivery to ensure compliance with budgets and timelines.
• Monitor performance, risks and opportunities; manage budgets and schedules.
• Foster strong relationships with contractors, clients and key stakeholders.

Skills

Civil engineering coordination

Communication

Stakeholder management

Negotiation

Project coordination

Education

Civil Engineering degree

Job description

Who are we looking for?

Bring your curiosity and determination to make a positive impact on the future of transport, and we’ll help you go all the way.

We're looking for an Project Contract Manager - Bridges Engineering to work with our client Main Roads WA in Northam.

This is a 12-month fixed-term opportunity, working 42.5 hours per week, supporting the development, procurement and delivery of bridge infrastructure projects across Western Australia.

We're seeking qualified civil engineers who enjoy taking ownership of projects from concept through to construction. You'll be responsible for managing project development activities, coordinating design inputs, engaging with stakeholders and overseeing procurement and delivery activities to ensure projects are delivered safely, efficiently and in line with project objectives.

Working with an energetic and high-performing team, this role offers a variety of work and will see you involved in:

• Managing the development and delivery of bridge infrastructure projects from planning through to construction
• Preparing project scopes and design briefs while coordinating consultants and design activities
• Leading stakeholder engagement, consultation and project coordination activities
• Managing environmental, heritage, land and utility service investigations and approvals
• Coordinating procurement activities, including preparation of tender documentation and contractor engagement
• Managing contracts during delivery to ensure compliance with project requirements, budgets and schedules
• Monitoring project performance and proactively managing risks, issues and opportunities
• Building and maintaining strong working relationships with contractors, consultants, clients and key stakeholders
• Supporting financial management activities including forecasting, budget monitoring and reporting
• Contributing to the successful delivery of bridge replacement and infrastructure improvement projects

What you will bring to the team:

• Degree-qualified Civil Engineer
• 3-8 years' experience in civil engineering, infrastructure delivery, project management or contract management environments
• Demonstrated experience managing engineering or infrastructure projects through development and delivery phases
• Sound understanding of project and contract management principles and practices
• Experience managing consultants, contractors and project stakeholders
• Exposure to bridge, road, transport or civil infrastructure projects
• Strong communication, negotiation and stakeholder management skills
• Ability to coordinate multiple project activities, priorities and technical inputs
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills
• Experience managing project budgets, schedules and financial performance

Highly regarded

• Experience delivering bridge replacement or bridge rehabilitation projects
• Experience with Main Roads WA or similar government infrastructure programs
• Experience in procurement, tendering and contract administration
• CPEng status or progression towards chartership

GHD has been appointed by Main Roads Western Australia to deliver a state-wide Operational Asset Management Support Service (AMSS) contract. Under this contract, GHD provides centralised and regional support to assist Main Roads manage and maintain the State Road network.

GHD is an equal opportunity employer, and we want everyone to be able to fully participate in our recruitment process. We value a diverse workforce and an inclusive culture. We encourage applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples and people of all identities.

GHD embraces hybrid work arrangements to create a work environment focused on well-being, flexibility and productivity where GHD people can thrive, this supports the diverse needs of our workforce while balancing the benefits of remote working with the value of face-to-face collaboration in the office.